Senior Tax Accountant
1 month ago
Tacoma
Job Description Advance Your Tax Career in a Collaborative, Growth-Oriented Firm Jeff Baker & Associates, PS (JBA) is a dynamic CPA firm based in Tacoma, WA, focused on providing strategic tax, accounting, and advisory services to small and mid-sized businesses, business owners, and individuals. We are currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join our team, someone who enjoys complex work, values mentorship and collaboration, and is looking to grow with a firm that invests in its people. Why JBA? Impactful Work Work directly with business owners and high-net-worth individuals on meaningful tax planning and compliance strategies. Your work makes a difference every day. Supportive Team Environment Join a team that values quality, professionalism, and continuous learning Growth Potential This role is designed for professionals on a growth track, with increasing responsibility and opportunities to lead. Role: Senior Tax Accountant Experience: 8+ years Public Accounting Experience Licensure: CPA or EA required (or in progress) Core Responsibilities: • Review work prepared by junior staff and offer guidance on complex tax matters, • Prepare complex individual and business tax returns (S corps, partnerships, high-net-worth clients), • Conduct client meetings and assist with tax planning and strategy development, • Billable Hours: 1,900 annually within a 2,300-hour work year, • Realization Rate: 90% or higher, • Quality: Deliver accurate, technically sound work with minimal review notes; raise issues proactively, • Mentor junior team members and help guide staff development, • Lead small project teams when appropriate, • Participate in process improvement discussions and help identify efficiencies or cost-saving measures, • 8+ years of tax experience in public accounting, • Strong knowledge of individual and business taxation, • Experience with CCH Axcess, CCH Engagement, and QuickBooks is a plus Apply today to take the next step in your tax career.